Job Opportunity: Care Assistants Hedge End & Surrounding Areas
Are you compassionate, reliable and dedicated to making a difference in people’s lives? We are seeking Care Assistants to join our team providing exceptional support to clients in their homes and communities across Hedge End.
Pay & Benefits
* Competitive hourly rates : 13 – 21 per hour
* Paid mileage for travel between clients
* Ongoing paid training and development : 12.25 per hour
* Earn while you learn through supervised shadowing : 12.25 per hour
* Supportive management and team environment
* Exciting opportunities for career progression within the care sector, including roles as a Senior Care Professional.
Training & Development
All new Care Assistants will complete 2 days of mandatory training to prepare for their role. Throughout your employment you will receive ongoing training and support with opportunities to be assessed and signed off as competent in key care skills. We also provide specialised ongoing training, including dementia care, to help you continuously develop your skills and deliver the highest quality care.
What We’re Looking For
* Morning availability (essential)
* At least 2 evenings per week (essential)
* Every other weekend (essential)
* Car drivers with a valid licence & access to own vehicle (essential)
Opportunities Available
* Daytime Care Assistants – supporting clients with daily living, personal care and companionship.
* Waking / Sleeping Night Care Assistants – providing attentive overnight care for clients who require additional support through the night.
About You
* Compassionate and caring nature
* Reliable and committed to delivering high‑quality care
* Able to work independently and as part of a team
What You’ll Be Doing
* Supporting clients with personal care and daily living tasks: Assist clients with activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting and mobility. Help with meal preparation, feeding, medication reminders and other day‑to‑day tasks to ensure clients’ needs are fully met.
* Promoting comfort, dignity and well‑being: Ensure that all care is delivered respectfully, maintaining clients’ privacy and dignity at all times. Monitor health and wellbeing, report any changes and support clients in a way that enhances their quality of life.
* Providing companionship and emotional support: Offer friendly and empathetic interaction to reduce feelings of loneliness and isolation. Engage clients in conversation, activities and hobbies to support mental and emotional health.
* Enabling clients to remain as independent as possible in their own homes: Encourage clients to participate in tasks they can do themselves, building their trust in their own ability. Assist with mobility, daily routines and adaptive strategies that help clients maintain their independence safely.
Qualifications
* Compassion & empathy – a warm, approachable personality with the ability to connect meaningfully with older people
* Professionalism – a dedicated and responsible approach with a genuine passion for delivering the highest quality of care
* Communication skills – a positive outlook and the ability to communicate clearly and effectively in written and spoken English
* Eligibility – the right to work in the UK
* Mobility – a full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle as travel between client visits is required
Additional Information
Love helping others and want a career that truly matters? Join our caring team at Home Instead East Hampshire & Midhurst and start making a real difference today!
Remote Work: No
Employment Type: Part‑time
Key Skills
* Senior Care
* Nursing Home Experience
* Hospital Experience
* Acute Care
* Basic Math
* Computer Skills
* Caregiving
* Vital Signs Experience
* Medical Terminology
* Rota Management
* Mentoring
* Leadership Skill
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1
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